Associate Vice President, Financial Crimes Transaction Monitoring Specialist

The Company is seeking a Senior AML Transaction Monitoring Specialist to join their Global Financial Crimes Division. The successful candidate will be a key member of the team, responsible for the design, development, and enhancement of AML transaction monitoring scenarios and detection strategies. This role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in BSA/AML transaction monitoring models and a strong understanding of AML data, including customer, account, KYC, and transactional datasets. The specialist will also be involved in data analytics, model optimization, and program implementation, ensuring the effectiveness of financial crime controls and a consistent approach to risk mitigation. Applicants for this role at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with an advanced degree preferred, and a background in statistics, mathematics, economics, or a related discipline. Technical skills in programming languages such as SQL, Python, SAS, or R are essential, as is experience with transaction monitoring platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, including the Bank Secrecy Act, AML regulations, and OFAC sanctions. The role demands a strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, the ability to manage multiple projects, and excellent collaboration and communication skills. A proven track record of influencing stakeholders and a balance of regulatory and business objectives is also required.